Definition

A plant known as bloodroot, which has medicinal properties and is characterized by its red sap.

Example

The herbalist recommended using sanguinaria for its natural healing benefits.

Conversation

I heard about this plant called sanguinaria that has medicinal properties.

Really? What does it do?

It's known for being an expectorant and has some antimicrobial effects.

That sounds interesting! I wonder if it really works.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sanguinaria is derived from "sanguis" (meaning blood) and the suffix "-aria" (meaning pertaining to or connected with). The word refers to something that is related to or has the quality of blood, often used in a botanical context to describe a plant with red sap or flowers.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sanguis' meaning blood, and remember that 'sanguinaria' refers to something connected with blood, like a plant that has red qualities.

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